Family Law Blog

One of the first bits of wisdom I ever received from my grandfather was “you get what you pay for.” He grew up during the depression and probably learned the hard way that you won’t get something for nothing – there’s always a cost built in somewhere. While we have all become skeptical of grandiose …

Anyone who has watched “Dateline” may already be familiar with the term “imputed income,” which in Texas is referred to as “deemed income.” These crime drama shows often feature someone (usually the husband) who is trying to avoid financial obligations to his or her children. But what is deemed income, and how does a court …

We can all feel it – even though the holidays are upon us, it is understandable that travel stress and economic uncertainty have disrupted traditional celebrations. Zooms and Skypes can only replace a part of what we’re missing, but what can be done? I’ve never experienced anything like this either, but here are 10 ideas …

When thinking about the law, one of the most important considerations is how legal decisions are made. Many times, courts are asked to rule about something that has already happened but has no supporting body of law (i.e. no precedents). Twenty-five years ago, social media was brand new and as it gained influence, there were …

Many of us spend the day jumping from one family or work assignment to the next. And just like mail at the post office, it never stops – the next morning we get up and are faced with another set of duties. I understand it can be very difficult to put aside a block of …

At the Essex Law Firm, we want to wish you a Happy Holiday season, and a very Merry Christmas. We hope you enjoy family, friends, and all the goodies Santa brings you. We want to thank all of our clients this past year, and in the coming months if you or a loved one is …